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Srikapardhi May 30th, 2024 11:30 PM 0 COMMENTS

SES launches Open Orbits Inflight Connectivity Network

SES announced that it has reached agreements-in-principle with several regional satellite network operators to launch the SES Open Orbits Inflight Connectivity (IFC) Network, enabling seamless connectivity services for airlines worldwide. This fully interoperable Ka-band platform will combine the geostationary earth orbit (GEO) and medium earth orbit (MEO) satellite networks of SES; NEO Space Group (NSG), a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF); AeroSat Link (ASL), a subsidiary of... Read More

Srikapardhi May 30th, 2024 9:20 AM 0 COMMENTS

Verizon and AST SpaceMobile Partner to Eliminate Cellular Dead Zones in US

American wireless network operator Verizon and Satellite operator AST SpaceMobile have announced a strategic partnership, with Verizon committing USD 100 million to enhance cellular connectivity across the continental United States. This initiative aims to achieve 100 percent coverage using the 850 MHz spectrum, integrating Verizon's terrestrial network with AST SpaceMobile's satellite technology. Also Read: Verizon Consumer Connections Report Shows 129 Percent Surge in Mobile Network Traffic Investment Details Verizon's USD... Read More

Srikapardhi May 29th, 2024 3:58 PM 0 COMMENTS

Intelsat Implements Dual-Satellite Connectivity Solution for Palau

Integrated satellite and terrestrial network provider Intelsat has deployed a dual-satellite connectivity solution for the Pacific island nation of Palau, ensuring reliable "always-on" service for its 18,000 residents across nine islands in the main archipelago. "Leveraging our extensive experience in the Asia-Pacific region, we were able to tailor a solution that perfectly meets Palau's specific needs for reliable connectivity," Intelsat announced on Tuesday. Also Read: Satellite Operator SES to Acquire... Read More

Srikapardhi May 28th, 2024 4:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

KT SAT and Rivada Space Networks Sign MoU for Satellite Network Connectivity

KT SAT, Korea's national satellite communications provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rivada Space Networks to provide connectivity for enterprise and government customers across the Asia Pacific region and beyond. The partnership will see KT SAT deploying Rivada's Outernet, a space-based network comprising 600 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Rivada said this network forms a global low-latency optical mesh, ensuring data remains in space from origin to... Read More

Srikapardhi May 27th, 2024 4:11 PM 0 COMMENTS

Resorts World Cruises to Deploy Integrated MEO-LEO Service From SES

International cruise line operator Resorts World Cruises has announced an agreement with Luxembourg-based satellite connectivity provider SES to install its fully integrated Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) service on the cruise line's flagship, Genting Dream, with similar plans for the Resorts World One cruise ship. The installation of the MEO and LEO service will provide reliable high-speed connectivity, offering a next-level guest experience at sea, SES... Read More

Srikapardhi May 25th, 2024 6:07 PM 0 COMMENTS

InterSAT Selects Eutelsat Ku-band Capacity to Extend Satellite Services in Africa

Eutelsat Group has extended its partnership with African satellite service provider InterSat to support its growth in the pan-African enterprise and retail segments. Under the new multi-year deal, InterSAT will add Ku-Band capacity over Central and Eastern Africa on Eutelsat's Eutelsat 70B satellite to its current portfolio, which already includes Ka-Band capacity on the Eutelsat Konnect satellite. Also Read: Liquid Intelligent to Bring Eutelsat LEO Satellite Services to Africa InterSat... Read More

Srikapardhi May 25th, 2024 8:44 AM 0 COMMENTS

Viasat and Azercosmos Partner to Expand Satellite Connectivity in Azerbaijan

Satellite communications company Viasat is working with Azerbaijan's satellite operator Azercosmos to bring its L-band satellite services to Azerbaijan and beyond. Under the proposed arrangement, Azercosmos and Viasat will provide connectivity for a range of industrial applications to help organisations operate more efficiently, sustainably, and safely even in the most remote locations, Viasat announced this week. The collaboration aims to expand satellite-enabled services to support energy, utilities, and transport industries... Read More

Srikapardhi May 24th, 2024 5:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Intelsat Extends Satellite Lifespan With Mission Extension Vehicles

Integrated satellite and terrestrial networks operator Intelsat said it will deliver years of additional broadband, video distribution, and mobile satellite service to customers across three continents. Intelsat has extended the operational life of its two key geosynchronous satellites, Intelsat 10-02 (IS-10-02) and Intelsat 901 (IS-901), through the success of Northrop Grumman's Mission Extension Vehicle (MEV). Also Read: Satellite Operator SES to Acquire Intelsat for USD 3.1 Billion MEV Success and... Read More

Srikapardhi May 22nd, 2024 9:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

Yahsat Partners With Eutelsat to Leverage Capacity on Konnect Satellite

Eutelsat Group and the satellite broadband services provider YahClick of UAE's Yahsat have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), enabling YahClick to leverage capacity on Eutelsat's geostationary satellite, Eutelsat Konnect. The collaboration between the two satellite operators is in line with Yahsat's efforts to elevate its offerings and drive growth across its satellite broadband footprint in Africa to provide enhanced services and expand into new markets in Africa and beyond,... Read More

Srikapardhi May 22nd, 2024 11:39 AM 0 COMMENTS

Liquid Intelligent to Bring Eutelsat LEO Satellite Services to Africa

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a pan-African technology group, has announced a distribution partner agreement (DPA) with Eutelsat Group that will see enterprise-grade Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services being made available in Africa. The strategic integration of the OneWeb LEO satellite network allows Liquid Dataport to deliver not only low-latency satellite services but also introduce a network interconnect that enables service integration across the LEO satellite access and Liquid Dataport core... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur May 20th, 2024 12:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Launches Services in Fiji

Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satellite communications (satcom) services provider has launched services in Fiji. The launch was confirmed by Elon Musk via an announcement on the social media platform X. Note that this launch comes after another launch which took place in Indonesia just a day before. Fiji will now have access to Starlink's satellite broadband services. This means that people there don't have to worry about fiber not being deployed... Read More

Srikapardhi May 15th, 2024 1:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

Cruise Company Carnival Equips Entire Fleet With Starlink LEO Connectivity

Cruise company Carnival announced that 100 percent of its ships across the global fleet are now equipped with Starlink's high-speed, low-latency satellite internet connectivity. The completed installation further enhances the onboard experience for guests and crew, providing faster service, greater capacity, and more reliable Wi-Fi on its fleet of over 90 ships across its portfolio, Carnival Corporation said on Tuesday. Also Read: SES Launches First Integrated MEO-LEO Service for Cruise... Read More